2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1990 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Model F weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 1990 Toyota Model F is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Toyota Model F. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 1990 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-7 | Model F |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
